Compliance and Risk Manager - Noo-Kayet Development Corporation

The Compliance & Risk Manager oversees the Noo-Kayet Investments (NKI) and The Point Casino & Hotel (TPCH) Compliance & Risk Program, functioning as an independent and objective body that reviews and evaluates all Federal and Tribal compliance issues/concerns within the organization. The Compliance & Risk Manager will monitor and report on compliance with Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS), Title 31, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), Federal Bank Secrecies Act (BSA/Anti-Money Laundering [AML] regulations) and is responsible for ensuring that all related casino staff complies with the rules and regulations of regulatory agencies, along with casino Cage operating policies and procedures. Additionally, this position ensures NKI-wide risk management compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures compliance with the NKI, Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe of Indians - State of Washington Gaming Compact, Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS), and TPCH Cage Policies and Procedures.
• The Compliance and Risk Manager will serve as a Title 31 Compliance Officer and oversee the daily Title 31 compliance operations to include, but not limited to reporting requirements, leading the Title 31 Committee and ensuring proper completion of Multiple Transaction Log (MTL), Monetary Instrument Log (MIL), Negotiable Instrument Log (NIL), and proper documentation of guest information in accordance with Point Casino's BSA-AML program.
• Read and understand all departmental operating manuals pertaining to Title 31 and make recommendations to the CFO for policy and procedure changes throughout the casino to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Perform and review daily Title 31 audits to ensure proper recording and aggregation of reportable cash transactions.
• Conduct and review internal SAR investigations that reported suspicious activity related to Title 31.
• Will act as a channel of communication (liaison) to receive and direct all compliance matters to appropriate resources for investigation and resolution.
• Develops, initiates, maintains, and revises policies and procedures for the generaloperation of the Compliance Program and its related activities to prevent illegal,unethical, or improper conduct. Manages day-to-day operation of the ComplianceProgram.
• Develops and periodically reviews and updates Compliance Program to ensure all NKI entities remain current and provide guidance to management and Team Members.
• Collaborates with Tribal Gaming Agents, Safety Coordinator, and other departments to direct compliance issues appropriately for investigation and resolution.
• Monitor, and as necessary, coordinate compliance activities of other departments to remain abreast of the status of all compliance activities and to identify trends.
• Monitor and ensure that NKI is following the WAC 314-55, State of Washington MarijuanaCompact, and PGST Law and Order Code.
• Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop/implement corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues and provide general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.
• Perform special analyses and reconciliations as directed by CFO or senior management. Provide reports on a regular basis, and as directed or requested, to keep the CEO, Casino General Manager, and senior management informed of the operation and progress of compliance efforts.
• Ensure proper reporting of Compliance violations or potential violations to duly authorized regulatory agencies as appropriate and/or required.
• Manages property, general liability, worker's compensation, and crime insurance policies, records and any claims that arise.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in business or finance; plus, four (4) or more years of Casino/Gaming or Financial Institution experience; which includes at least two (2) years of Casino/Gaming and BSA (Bank Secrecy Act) Regulatory experience required.
• Attention to detail and ability to gather, analyze and report information skillfully and accurately.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages and ratios to practical solutions.
  Compliance & Risk Manager
• Detailed knowledge of applicable gaming laws, compacts, regulations, and internal controls with experience applying same to business activities.
• Knowledge of General Liability and Property Claim issues and insurance policies.
• Knowledge of HIPPA regulations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience working in a 24-hour, 7 day a week operation.
• Must be computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Skilled in solving practical problems and dealing with situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skill.
• Knowledge of general business and accounting practices